You are on a song mataphor roll!!! I will now have the company of Queen singing in my head the rest of the day...I think it's the perfect song to help me do some serious purging as I unpack.

So sorry about the basket...that kind of loss sticks in the gut for a while (sorry, that's not very encouraging is it?!). We chose not to purchase a beautiful little turn of the century plein air painting in Carmel years ago (of the lone cypress), and it still haunts to this day...lesson learned!

Sometimes we know it's just the right piece and pass. Other times we settle on one that isn't without much thought. We a small chandelier that the moment I saw it knew it would be perfect. More than I wanted to spend but 6 years later I still love love love it.

Oh Pam,I've done that so many times. It's usually best to go with your first instinct, but I'm sure that you know that more than me !!Not to worry....another one will turn up and it will be even better. XXXX

yes, yes, yes. this one is monumentally specialit is the one that got away, but i imagine whoever purchased this one is enjoying it.the goods ones always come and go...but now you have a photo documented to remind you how great it was.

If it cost that much$$$ then that must be the reason she past on it. I personally would try to recreate it. There are so many old baskets out there you can pick up for a song. Grab the paint and give a a try! Sometimes it's more special when you can say "I made this".

i must say i am truly blessed. I have a great life with an amazing family and friends. i have been able to turn my dream into reality and meet the most incredible people.
i love what i do and i encourage others to follow their hearts and all things will come to those who trust their faith in God.
thank you to all of you for your kindness and support.